Chinese President Xi Jinping Poised for 3rd Consecutive Term as General Secretary of the Communist Party
On Sunday the 16th of October, the 20th National Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC) was set in motion at the Great Hall of the People in Tiananmen…
Just Stop Oil Target Art Galleries in Climate Protest
“We cannot afford new oil and gas. It’s going to take everything we know and love. We will look back and mourn all we have lost unless we act immediately.”-…
Lucy Letby Trial: All You Need to Know from the First Two Weeks
The trial of neonatal nurse, Lucy Letby, began on 9th October at Manchester Crown Court, where she is facing 22 charges, including the murder of 7 babies and attempted murder…
Liz Truss: A Retrospective
Liz Truss resigned as Prime Minister on October 20, bringing an end to a brief but tumultuous era. Truss’ reign, which oversaw two monarchies, record low approval ratings and the…
The University of Sussex Wraps Up ‘60 Years of Sussex’ Celebrations
The University of Sussex wrapped up its ’60 years of Sussex’ celebrations by hosting an alumni reunion weekend on campus. From the 2nd to the 4th of September, alumni from…
Grounded
Go-ahead on the implementation of the UK Government’s Rwanda policy on hold following human rights intervention
Inquest into the police shooting of Chris Kaba begins
An inquest into the shooting of Chris Kaba in Streatham, South London, by a member of the Metropolitan Police last month has now commenced.
Sussex’s Sporting Alumni
There is an incredible impact that the students of Sussex University have on the wider world during their time here and after they leave.
Anti-Monarchy Protestors Arrested – The Fine Line Between Free Speech and National Security
Following the death of her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, thousands thronged the streets to showcase their love and respect for the late monarch. However, some protested the existence of the…
Southern Rail Strikes and the Firefighter’s Fight Towards Better Pay
Major unions across the UK are taking a stand as the government fails to mitigate inflation rates. The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) declares the nature of the inability to match…
The Scale of the Job
After meeting the late Queen at Balmoral in her final days, one of Liz Truss’ first acts as the new Prime Minister was to announce economic intervention to tackle soaring…
Floods in Pakistan Wreak Havoc
Pakistan is currently facing its worst flooding in history. More than a third of Pakistan has been flooded with over 30 million people affected already, representing around 15 percent of…
Food Waste Sussex Proposal Aims to End Unnecessary Food Waste on Campus
Words by Jasmine Crowhurst, News Sub-Editor Food Waste Sussex’s are proposing a policy that aims to end unnecessary food waste in Students’ Union affiliated food outlets and on campus.Food Waste…
Yoon Suk-yeol Wins South Korean Presidential Elections By a Narrow Margin
Words by Ritika Srivatsan, News Print Editor Yoon Suk-yeol of the conservative People Power party won the 20th South Korean presidential election held in early March. Yoon, the former Prosecutor…
UK Cancer Research Took Hit In Pandemic
Words by Anurag Venugopalan, Staff Writer The UK’s cancer research has taken a hit due to the pandemic with a leading charity saying the decline is linked to impact of…
Demand Grows For Reclassification of Psilocybin For Medical Research
Words by Maisie Levitt, News Online Editor Trigger warnings for drugs, mental illnesses, addictions and suicide. Leading psychiatrists and drug reformers are urging British ministers to reclassify the psychedelic compound…
Sussex Rewards Sustainable Entrepreneurs and Student Climate Leaders With Cash Prizes
Words by Jasmine Crowhurst, News Sub-Editor Student-led projects growing microgreens, using AI to measure biodiversity, tree planting to improve water quality and promoting sustainable fashion will share £20,000 of University…
Sussex Students Argue Against Mitie Management
Words by Cameron Trencher, Staff Writer Sussex students have demonstrated this month in protest against the University’s association with outsourcing company Mitie Group PLC. The campaign, led by Instagram account…